Kennewick Announces New Police Chief

(Kennewick, WA) – Kennewick will have a new Police Chief next month. The city is promoting Assistant Police Chief Chris Guerrero to the top spot after the current Chief retires--effective March 1st

“The extensive strategic and transition planning efforts within the Kennewick Police Department have prepared us well for the future,” said City Manager Marie Mosley. “Assistant Chief Guerrero will continue the exceptional leadership needed to serve our organization and community at the highest level upon Chief Hohenberg’s retirement.”

Guerrero began his career in policing with the Kennewick Police Department in 1996. He was promoted to Assistant Chief in July of 2021.